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Premier League: Salah matches Aguero in Liverpool comeback against Southampton

Salah sets Premier League Player of the Month record

Mohamed Salah has set a record for most Premier League Player of the Month awards after he was named the winner for February, Afrosport reports. The Egyptian superstar was in scintillating form during the month, scoring six goals and providing four assists as Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the table. Overall, Salah has 27 goals and 17 assists which puts him atop the...

‘I try to be the best captain’ – Fernandes responds to Roy Keane’s criticism

‘I try to be the best captain’ – Fernandes responds to Roy Keane’s criticism

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has responded to former skipper Roy Keane’s comment about his leadership qualities by saying he tries to be the best leader on the pitch, Afrosport reports. Despite being the most creative force at Old Trafford since his arrival in January 2020 with 94 goals and 79 assists in 276 competitive apperances, Keane does not think talent is enough, believing Fernades is...

Australian GP: Norris points to McLaren inconsistencies despite strong practice form

Australian GP: Norris points to McLaren inconsistencies despite strong practice form

Lando Norris says there were many inconsistencies with his McLaren despite showing form in Friday practice at the Australian Grand Prix, Afrosport reports. The British driver topped Friday practice before finishing third in second practice, 0.141 seconds behind Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. While Norris acknowledged the pace was strong, he was not happy with the overall balance of the car. “So-so. I think it’s been a good...

‘Never say never’ – Hamilton on possible Australian GP pole on Ferrari debut

‘Never say never’ – Hamilton on possible Australian GP pole on Ferrari debut

Lewis Hamilton is not giving up on his hopes of securing pole position on his Ferrari debut at this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. Afrosport reports. The 40-year-old British driver finished the two Friday practice sessions in Melbourne in 12th and fifth respectively while McLaren’s Lando Norris and Hamilton’s Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc topped the time sheets. While Hamilton acknowledged it is too early to say where his...

2026WCQ: Rashford returns to England squad after one-year absence

2026WCQ: Rashford returns to England squad after one-year absence

Marcus Rashford has returned to the England squad after a one-year absence for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia, Afrosport reports. Rashford last played for the Three Lions in a friendly against Brazil in March 2024 and had struggled for form and consistency at Manchester United. The 27-year-old has however rediscovered his best form since joining Aston Villa on loan in January...